Buckover Country Clothing

Harvey’s entrepreneurial spirit emerged before he even left school. After launching a website business for the agricultural sector, he spotted an opportunity in clothing. Drawing inspiration from the place he grew up, he created Buckover County Clothing – a high-quality yet affordable clothing brand designed to appeal to young farmers. By tapping into trends, harnessing platforms like TikTok, and collaborating with influencers, Harvey has successfully built a strong connection with his target audience. His marketing and networking skills have caught the attention of other retailers, while his sharp negotiation skills ensure he secures services at the right price and maximises returns. With a clear vision for the future, Harvey is focused on taking Buckover to the next level.

The Cumberland Turkey Company

After convincing his family that a home-reared, free-range turkey would be better than a supermarket bird for Christmas, Jake’s small “experiment” has grown into a thriving business. Starting with just six turkeys, he is rearing around 1,000 birds this year, with private orders still increasing and supplying more than 10 butchers with turkeys, geese, ducks and capons. Jake reinvests profits to develop the business and maintain his high standards, and he is employing fellow YFC members to help pluck and dress birds for sale. With a strong eye for marketing, he has boosted his stockists and customer base through the launch of his new website and the growth of his social media profiles. Jake has positioned himself at the forefront of ethical, small-scale food production to meet customer demand and continues to explore innovative ways to diversify and boost profits for future growth.

Chickwood Poultry

Lewis was only 13 years old when he started Chickwood Poultry – an enterprise specialising in selling free range eggs, hatching eggs, pullets and point of lay hens. What started off as a bit of pocket money has grown into a serious diversification on his grandparents’ 135 acre farm and one that would impress his late uncle and farming industry role model. His profits have grown by more than 157% in three years and Lewis has been studying to improve his business acumen further with plans to go to Harper Adams University. Lewis has built an impressive following on social media and has developed his own brand and marketing materials as well as sponsored local YFC events to promote the business. Lewis has identified a gap in the market for a specialist poultry enthusiast in Carmarthenshire and he plans to keep on growing his enterprise.

Meadows Firewood, Jackson Pumping Ltd and Andy Smith Agricultural Contractors Ltd

Not content with just one business, Sam has three on the go. Sam has a keen eye on the figures and maximises efficiencies in all his enterprises. Since partnering with his father in the family’s agricultural contracting business, he has turned it into a hugely successful operation, sourcing new customers and offering bespoke services through the manufacture of machine attachments. Alongside this business, Sam also set up Meadows Firewood and established an online ordering system, which has generated more sales. His third business Jackson Pumping Ltd has a fleet of muck spreaders, slurry tankers and pumping equipment. He purchased the business over 10 years ago and quickly turned it into another successful enterprise. He has also been instrumental in supporting his club to raise £17,000 for charity through a YFC tractor run, which his business supported.

Rowland Bespoke Carpentry

Creativity and craftsmanship are at the core of William’s carpentry business, which specialises in Oak Framing, driveway gates and timber structures. Passionate about quality workmanship, William’s meticulous attention to detail has earned his business a trusted reputation. Transforming his family’s old milking parlour into a fully equipped workshop has allowed him to reinvest profits into high-quality tools and equipment. Alongside strong word-of-mouth recommendations, he has launched a website and is growing his social media presence to reach new customers. Looking ahead, William plans to scale the business by taking on more high-end projects with a small, skilled team – always prioritising quality over quantity.